Gov. Charlie Baker Says Biden's Air Travel Restrictions Are 'The Right Move'
BOSTON (CBS) - Gov. Charlie Baker tweeted out that he supports President Joe Biden's decision to restrict air travel from southern Africa due to a new COVID-19 variant Omicron, calling it "the right move" on Friday.
This is the right move until the medical community can learn more about this new variant. Getting a vaccine and a booster remains the best way to keep you and your family safe. https://t.co/Xjtyd4p3oe
— Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) November 26, 2021
On Friday, President Joe Biden restricted air travel from South Africa and seven other countries, which is to take effect on Nov. 29. In a statement released by the White House, he also urged Americans to get vaccinated or, if they are vaccinated, to get a booster shot. Biden tweeted that the restrictions are precautionary until there is more information.
In his tweet, Baker also urged people to get vaccinated or to get a booster shot.